And whether it’s with his current team ASVEL Villeurbonne in France during the lockout or with the Spurs, Parker wants to win more.

“I play basketball to win titles,” Parker told Eurosport.com. “Despite my age and all the trophies I’ve won, I’m hungry for more success.”

Parker adds that he’s not even considering giving up his basketball career.

“I’m not a guy who sits down at the age of 29 or 30 to retire and rest on his laurels,” Parker said. “I want to get the very best possible and win as many titles as possible. I can rest after my career.”

Those words probably are a cause for thanksgiving and excitement across Spurs Nation.